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CAUTION: United States Federal law restricts this device to use by or on the order of a physician.
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MEDICAL SYSTEMS
MANAGER − INFORMATION INTEGRATION, AMERICAS W−622
P.O. BOX 414
MILWAUKEE, WI 53201−0414
All electrical installations that are preliminary to positioning of the equipment at the site prepared for the equipment shall be
performed by licensed electrical contractors. In addition, electrical feeds into the Power Distribution Unit shall be performed
by licensed electrical contractors. Other connections between pieces of electrical equipment, calibrations, and testing shall
be performed by qualified GE Medical personnel. The products involved (and the accompanying electrical installations) are
highly sophisticated, and special engineering competence is required. In performing all electrical work on these products,
GE will use its own specially trained field engineers. All of GE’s electrical work on these products will comply with the
requirements of the applicable electrical codes.
The purchaser of GE equipment shall only utilize qualified personnel (i.e., GE’s field engineers, personnel of third-party
service companies with equivalent training, or licensed electricians) to perform electrical servicing on the equipment.
DAMAGE IN TRANSPORTATION
All packages should be closely examined at time of delivery. If damage is apparent, have notation “damage in
shipment” written on all copies of the freight or express bill before delivery is accepted or “signed for” by a General
Electric representative or a hospital receiving agent. Whether noted or concealed, damage MUST be reported to the
carrier immediately upon discovery, or in any event, within 14 days after receipt, and the contents and containers held
for inspection by the carrier. A transportation company will not pay a claim for damage if an inspection is not requested
within this 14 day period.
Call Traffic and Transportation, Milwaukee, WI (414) 827−3449 / 8*285−3449 immediately after damage is found. At
this time be ready to supply name of carrier, delivery date, consignee name, freight or express bill number, item
damaged and extent of damage.
Complete instructions regarding claim procedure are found in Section “S” of the Policy & Procedure Bulletins.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION . . . . . 10
1-1 Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1-2 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1-3 Component Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1-4 Power−up Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
1-5 Calibration Error Prompts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
1-6 Jumpers and Switch Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
1-6-1 Set for French or English Operator Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
SECTION 2
ENTERING CALIBRATION . . . 16
2-1 Start Service Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2-2 Enter Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2-3 Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
SECTION 3
CALIBRATION . . . . . . . 20
3-1 Calibrate Drive Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3-2 Calibrate Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3-3 Calibrate Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3-3-1 Cal Generator Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3-3-2 Enter Cal Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3-3-3 Calibrate mAs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3-3-4 Calibrate kVp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3-3-5 Calibrate Taps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3-3-6 Calibrate Filament Current Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3-3-7 End Generator Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3-4 Calibrate Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3-5 Adjust Field Light On Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
3-6 Load Default Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
3-7 End Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
SECTION 4
CALIBRATION ERROR PROMPTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4-1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4-2 Error Prompts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
APPENDIX A
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REVISION HISTORY
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SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION
1-1 Identification
See Illustration 1−1. The AMX−4+ is identified by Model Number on the rating plate lo-
cated on the top cover. Model part and catalog numbers are identified in Table 1−1.
TABLE 1−1
AMX−4+ MODELS
catalog catalog
Description Part number Part number
number number
DOMESTIC 2169360−7 A0659F 2236420−7 & 2275938−7 A0659JF
DOMESTIC, AEC 2169360−8 A0659FA 2236420−8 & 2275938−8 A0659JG
DOMESTIC, TECH SWITCH 2169360−9 A0659FC 2236420−9 & 2275938−9 A0659JH
DOMESTIC, AEC, TECH 2169360−10 A0659FB 2236420−10 & 2275938−10 A0659JJ
SWITCH
IEC, EMC 2169360 A0659A 2236420 & 2275938 A0659J
IEC, EMC, AEC 2169360−2 A0659AA 2236420−2 & 2275938−2 A0659JA
IEC, EMC, TECH SWITCH 2169360−3 A0659AB 2236420−3 & 2275938−3 A0659JB
IEC, EMC, AEC, TECH SWITCH 2169360−4 A0659AC 2236420−4 & 2275938−4 A0659JC
JAPAN 2169360−5 A0659C 2236420−5 & 2275938−5 A0659JD
JAPAN SHORT COLUMN 2169360−6 A0659D 2236420−6 & 2275938−6 A0659JE
ILLUSTRATION 1−1
AMX−4+ IDENTIFICATION
RATING
PLATE
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1-2 General
The AMX−4+ contains operating safeguards providing maximum safety. Before servicing,
be certain proper operating procedures are being used. Refer to Direction 2166911−100,
AMX−4+ Operation, or Direction 2166913−100, AMX−4+ International Operation, for
proper operating procedures.
Satisfactory equipment performance requires the use of service personnel specially trained
on x−ray apparatus. GE Medical Systems, is responsible for the effects on safety, reliability,
and performance only if the following conditions are met:
The electrical wiring of the relevant rooms complies with all national and local codes.
All assembly operations, extensions, re−adjustments, modifications, or repairs are
carried out by GE Medical Systems, authorized service representatives.
The equipment is used in accordance with the instructions for use. Refer to Direction
2166911−100, AMX−4+ Operation, or Direction 2166913−100, AMX−4+ Interna-
tional Operation, for proper operating procedures.
Only trained and qualified personnel should be permitted access to the inter-
CAUTION nal parts of this equipment.
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See Illustration 1−2. The Cassette Storage Drawer must be opened to change the Service
switch to its calibration position. X−ray exposures are made with the X−ray Hand Switch.
When making x−ray exposures, move the X−ray Tube and Collimator to the bottom of the
Tube Support Column. Take adequate precautions to prevent the possibility of any persons
carelessly, unwisely, or unknowingly exposing themselves or others to radiation. Entering
calibration commands and selecting procedures is done at the Operator’s Panel.
ILLUSTRATION 1−2
AMX−4+ MAJOR COMPONENTS
TUBE SUPPORT
COLUMN
OPERATOR’S
PANEL
X−RAY TUBE
AND
COLLIMATOR
X−RAY HAND
SWITCH
CASSETTE STORAGE
DRAWER
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See Illustration 1−3. Calibration menu selections, prompts, and error codes appear on the
Message Display. Values appear on the kVp and mAs Display. Four switches control
calibration:
Pressing kVp (kVp up) displays next menu item, or increases a value.
Pressing kVp (kVp down) displays previous menu item, or decreases a value.
Pressing mAs (mAs up) exits selection, or continues after display of a prompt
for installation or removal of test equipment. It also continues after display of an error
condition.
Pressing mAs (mAs down) executes selection, or saves a value.
ILLUSTRATION 1−3
OPERATOR’S PANEL
ËËËË MESSAGE
DISPLAY
kVp UP mAs UP
mAs
DOWN
kVp
DOWN
Each independently performed calibration procedure is arranged in menu order. Read and
understand each procedure before attempting to perform it. A description of the calibration
process and a listing of calibration error codes follows.
Switch selections and prompts are bold to help identify them. Prompts are spelled the way
they appear on the Message Display.
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See Illustration 1−4. Power−up sequence starts either when power is applied, or the micro-
processor reset switch is pressed. The service program starts when the service switch is
closed before power up. With the service switch closed, the power−up program stops only
when an error is found that prevents the calibration program from operating properly. Nor-
mally it completes testing, then activates the service program bypassing application pro-
grams.
ILLUSTRATION 1−4
POWER-UP FLOW CHART
PERFORM POWER−UP
TESTS
CALIBRATION PROGRAM
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2. If the operator messages are already in the desired language, do no more in Section
2−2.
3. If you want to change the language of the operator messages, set Position 6 of DIP
switch S75 on the AMX Controller (CPU) Board as follows: (The other positions of
S75 are shown for reference, but should not require changing.)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
POSITIONS 5, 6 & 7 CLOSED (ON),
CLOSED (ON) WITH ROCKERS DEPRESSED THIS SIDE
FRENCH
OPEN (OFF) POSITIONS 1, 2, 3, 4 & 8 OPEN (OFF),
WITH ROCKERS DEPRESSED THIS SIDE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
POSITIONS 5 & 7 CLOSED (ON),
CLOSED (ON) WITH ROCKERS DEPRESSED THIS SIDE
ENGLISH
OPEN (OFF) POSITIONS 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 & 8 OPEN (OFF)
WITH ROCKERS DEPRESSED THIS SIDE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
POSITIONS 5, 6 & 7 CLOSED (ON),
CLOSED (ON) WITH LEVERS THIS SIDE
FRENCH
OPEN (OFF) POSITIONS 1, 2, 3, 4 & 8 OPEN (OFF),
WITH LEVERS THIS SIDE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
POSITIONS 5 & 7 CLOSED (ON),
CLOSED (ON) WITH LEVERS THIS SIDE
ENGLISH
OPEN (OFF) POSITIONS 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 & 8 OPEN (OFF)
WITH LEVERS THIS SIDE
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SECTION 2
ENTERING CALIBRATION
The service program must be entered before calibration can be used. The service program
starts when the service switch is closed before power up. Start the service program by:
1. See Illustration 2−1. Set the service switch down to the service position.
ILLUSTRATION 2−1
SERVICE SWITCH LOCATION
KEY SWITCH
ÉÉ
É
ÉÉ
SERVICE
SWITCH
IN LEFT
SIDE
Illustration 2−2 shows calibration selection using the kVp , kVp , and mAs
switches. Shaded boxes illustrate the selection path to calibration procedures. There are
three choices after entering service program:
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END SERVC MODE prompts to set service switch to run position, then to cycle key
switch.
DATA BASE ACCESS is proprietary. It requires a password to operate. The pass-
word is available by license agreement.
CALIBRATE SYSTEM contains calibration procedures.
Enter calibration by pressing kVp until the prompt CALIBRATE SYSTEM displays,
then press mAs .
The prompt changes from CALIBRATE SYSTEM to CAL DRIVE HANDLE indicating
that the calibration menu is ready for selection.
Note: If checksum errors are displayed when entering calibration, record the message
for reference and press mAs to continue.
ILLUSTRATION 2−2
MENU SELECTION
SERVICE PROGRAM
kVp kVp
PREVIOUS NEXT
mAs
ENTER
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2-3 Calibration
Illustration 2−3 shows calibration selection path using the kVp , kVp , and Menu
Items mAs switches. Shaded boxes represent the six menu selections. Selections are
listed below in the order in which they appear when pressing kVp .
2. CAL VOLT METER: Adjusts volt meter to agree with actual battery
voltage. Note: If voltmeter calibration is
performed, generator calibration must also be
performed.
4. CAL BAT CHARGER: Adjusts charging current rates for full and
trickle charge.
Note: If new batteries, a CPU board or a RAM are installed, you must load defaults be-
fore running any calibration.
ILLUSTRATION 2−3
MENU SELECTION
SERVICE PROGRAM
mAs
kVp kVp ENTER
PREVIOUS NEXT
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SECTION 3
CALIBRATION
3-1 Calibrate Drive Handle
Note: This calibration unit can be performed at any time. There are no interactions with
other calibration units.
Voltage across sensors on each side of the drive handle changes as drive handle position
changes. The microprocessor uses this voltage to determine how fast the drive wheels should
turn. Wheel speeds are set separately to allow driving forward and turning.
Press either kVp or kVp until the prompt CAL DRIVE HANDLE displays, then
press mAs . The prompt changes to RELEASE HANDLE indicating that handle Zero
Point may be set.
1. To exit CAL DRIVE HANDLE without changing any values, press mAs .
The prompt changes to EXITING−−−−−− then to CAL DRIVE HANDLE indicating
that drive handle calibration is not active and another selection may be made from the
main calibration menu.
2. Check the handle to make sure it moves freely and is not being pushed.
3. Press mAs . The prompt changes to ZERO POINT SET followed by the gain
prompt PRESS LEFT FWD.
4. See Illustration 3−1. While holding the left side of the handle forward against its stop,
press mAs . The prompt changes to PRESS RIGHT FWD.
5. While holding the right side of the handle forward against its stop,
press mAs . The prompt changes to FWD GAINS SET followed by PULL LEFT
BACK.
6. While holding the left side of the handle back against its stop, press mAs . The
prompt changes to PULL RIGHT BACK.
7. While holding the right side of the handle back against its stop, press mAs . The
prompt changes to REV GAIN SET followed by CAL DRIVE HANDLE indicating
that drive handle calibration is completed and another selection may be made from
the main calibration menu.
Note: If an error message is displayed during CAL DRIVE HANDLE, record the mes-
sage for your reference and press mAs to continue.
ILLUSTRATION 3−1
DRIVE HANDLE
LEFT RIGHT
DRIVE DRIVE
HANDLE HANDLE
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AMX1A3
J8 J9 J2
CHARGER BOARD
AMX1 A3 A1
TP 10
TP 9
TS1 9
J11
J5 J6
J3 J7J6
1
T2
T3 T1
L2
L1
R1 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7
2A 10A 10A .5A 8A
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Note: Insure proper generator calibration by performing CAL VOLT METER before
CAL GENERATOR.
Note: Units within the generator calibration section are interrelated and rely on informa-
tion stored by the previous calibration units. Always perform the generator cal-
ibration in complete sequence.
Note: In order to insure exposure accuracy at High Technique and low battery voltage
DO NOT calibrate generator when battery voltage is greater than 113 V or less
than 112 V. (If battery voltage is greater than 113 V, use Battery Load Fixture
46−302882 or run machine around corridors to get voltage down to 113 V. If bat-
tery voltage is less than 112 V, charge the machine up to increase voltage to be-
tween 112 V and 113 V).
Note: If an external load tool is used to bring the voltage down below 113V per the above
note, then a full charge should be performed before using the machine for applica-
tions. The battery monitoring algorithm will not be aware that the external load
tool was used and may concluded that the batteries are weaker than they really are.
AMX−4+ contains programmed values for mAs, kVp and Filament Current. Due to many
variables in each machine, these values are not exact. Generator calibration corrects the
variables. Calibrating mAs is done by injecting approximately 100 mA into a voltage to
frequency converter. The computer integrates mA for one second to obtain 100 mAs. The
mAs reading is then corrected to agree with the injected mA value. Kilovolt peak is cali-
brated by reading the kV wave form and correcting the computer read value at 52, 64, 85,
and 120 kVp. All technique factors are selected by the computer in response to pressing
switches. Filament and emission current are corrected by making exposures and letting the
processor correct current to provide the proper kVp.
If an error occurs during generator calibration and the prompt REPEAT EXPOSURE?
displays, press mAs to continue calibration or mAs to exit.
Illustration 3−3 shows generator calibration selection path using the kVp , kVp , and
mAs switches. Shaded boxes represent menu selections. Selections are listed below in
the order in which they appear when pressing kVp . This is also the sequence to follow
when recalibrating the generator.
1. CALIBRATE MAS: 2. CALIBRATE KVP:
3. CALIBRATE TAPS: 4. CAL FIL CUR TBL:
The units should always be performed in order from start to end. If you select a calibration
procedure when one before it needs calibration, you may see the message MAS CAL RE-
QUIRED, KVP CAL REQUIRED, or TAP CAL REQUIRED depending on the stage of
the sequence you are in.
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ILLUSTRATION 3−3
CAL GENERATOR MENU SELECTION
CALIBRATION
SEQUENCE CAL GENERATOR
Press either kVp or kVp until the prompt CAL GENERATOR displays, then press
mAs . The prompt changes to CALIBRATE MAS indicating that the generator calibra-
tion menu is ready for selection.
When installing meter in step 2, make the connection to TP−3 first to prevent
CAUTION shorting TP−4 to ground and tripping the circuit breaker.
2. See Illustration 3−4. Inject approximately 100 mA into the voltage to frequency con-
verter by installing an mA meter between AMX1 A4 A2 TP−4 and TP−3. Select range
to display 100 mA dc. Your meter should read between 95 and 105 mA. Press mAs
, The prompt changes to CALIBRATING, then to ENTER VALUE.
3. Match the displayed mAs value with the mA reading on the meter installed in step
2.
4. When displayed mAs and measured mA agree, press mAs . The prompt changes
to REMOVE METER indicating mAs is set.
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ILLUSTRATION 3−4
MAS TEST POINTS
J2
TP 3
TP 4
AMX1A4
Note: If an error message is displayed during CALIBRATE MAS, record the message
for your reference and press mAs to continue.
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Generator kVp is calibrated at 52, 64, 85, and 120 kVp. About 6 to 10 exposures are taken at
each kV calibration point. The number of exposures depends on system operating charac-
teristics. After some exposures the system adjusts itself. Other exposures are followed by
the prompt ENTER VALUE. When ENTER VALUE displays, enter the kVp value from
the oscilloscope.
Note: Pressing mAs in response to the prompt PRESS PREP − − will exit this
procedure. Note that any kVp calibration will be lost!
OR
Note: If an attempt is made to verify a unit calibrated with a C1515A bleeder with a
Keithley Non−Invasive divider, kVp readings will read 5−7 kVp higher than when
read with the C1515A. This is due to impedance changes in the high voltage cir-
cuit with the bleeder removed from the circuit and due to frequency compensation
errors present using the C1515A divider with the AMX−4+ waveform.
2. Press either kVp or kVp until the prompt CALIBRATE KVP displays,
then press mAs . The prompt changes to INSTALL JUMPER.
Note: If you are out of sequence, the prompt will change to MAS CAL REQUIRED. You
will need to calibrate mAs first before proceeding with kVp.
3. See Illustration 3−5. Install a jumper between AMX1 A4 A2 TP−14 and TP−15. Press
mAs . The prompt changes to PRESS PREP − −.
Calibrate kVp. Repeat steps 1 through 4 for 52, 64, 85, and 120 kVp. KVp is automatically
selected by the AMX−4+. The number of exposures at each calibration point depends on
system operating characteristics.
Except on the last exposure, if the oscilloscope does not capture the reading and ENTER
VALUE displays, enter a value 5 kVp lower than the displayed value. If the scope still
hasn’t triggered by the next time ENTER VALUE is displayed, repeat with 5 kVp higher.
Keep alternating between entering 5 kVp higher and lower than displayed until the oscillo-
scope triggers.
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2. Press the x−ray prep switch. The prompt changes to READY FOR X−RAY.
3. Make an exposure by pressing the x−ray switch. The generator beeps, indicating an
exposure has been made. Release both prep and x−ray switches.
ILLUSTRATION 3−5
KVP JUMPER LOCATION
J1 J2
TP−15
TP−14
AMX1A4
a. If ENTER VALUE displays, read stable kVp value on the oscilloscope. See Illus-
tration 3−6.
If displayed kVp is less than stable kVp, press kVp . The display will
increase in 0.1 kVp increments.
If displayed kVp is larger than stable kVp, press kVp . The display will
decrease in 0.1 kVp increments.
When displayed and stable kVp agree within 0.1 kVp, press mAs . The
prompt changes to PRESS PREP − −. Repeat steps 1 through 4.
2. You may optionally remove the High Voltage Bleeder and install high voltage cables
in tube housing at this time. Reference Direction 2196272−100 High Voltage Cable
Installation and Troubleshooting Procedures.
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3. Press mAs . The prompt changes to CALIBRATE KVP indication that kVp cali-
bration is complete and another selection may be made from the Generator Calibra-
tion Menu.
Note: If an error message is displayed during CALIBRATE KVP, record the message
for your reference and press mAs to continue.
ILLUSTRATION 3−6
KVP WAVE FORM
STABLE
CALIBRATION
VALUES
(Read kVp in this region.)
100
90
10
0%
Calibrate Taps takes about 20 minutes. The expected kVp appears on the kVp and mAs dis-
play before each exposure.
1. Press either kVp or kVp until the prompt CALIBRATE TAPS displays,
then press mAs .
One of the following three messages will appear. Select the appropriate option.
2. Press the x−ray prep switch. The prompt changes to READY FOR X−RAY.
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3. Press the x−ray switch, making an exposure. The generator beeps, indicating an expo-
sure has been made. Release both prep and x−ray switches. The prompt changes to
BATTERY RECOVERY, then to PRESS PREP − − indicating that that another ex-
posure must be made.
4. When the last exposure is completed, the prompt changes to CALIBRATE TAPS,
indicating that tap calibration is complete and another selection may be made
from the generator calibration menu.
Note: If an error message is displayed during CALIBRATE TAPS, record the message
for your reference and press mAs to continue.
Note: If x−ray tube spits occur at the high taps, discharge the batteries to between 112.5
and 113.0 volts, and do the “Calibrate Taps” procedure again. This will reduce the
maximum kVp at the high taps.
1. Press either kVp or kVp until the prompt CAL FIL CUR TBL displays,
then press mAs . The prompt changes to PRESS PREP − −.
2. Press the x−ray prep switch. The prompt changes to READY FOR X−RAY.
3. Press the x−ray switch, making an exposure. The generator beeps, indicating an expo-
sure has been made. Release both prep and x−ray switches. The prompt changes to
BATTERY RECOVERY indicating that battery voltage is stabilizing after the expo-
sure. The prompt changes to PRESS PREP − −.
4. When the last exposure is completed, the prompt changes to CAL FIL CUR TBL,
indicating that tap calibration is complete and another selection may be made from
the generator calibration menu.
Note: If an error message is displayed during CAL FIL CUR TBL, record the message
for your reference and press mAs to continue.
3. Remove High Voltage Bleeder and install high voltage cables in tube housing (if not
already done previously). Reference Direction 46−013871, Silicone Grease for Hi
Voltage Cable Terminations.
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ILLUSTRATION 3−7
EXIT GENERATOR CALIBRATION
CAL GENERATOR
mAs
EXIT
CALIBRATE MAS CALIBRATE TAPS
This procedure sets the battery charging rate. Charge rate is set at two voltages measured
across resistor AMX1 A3 R1. Reference Appendix B for side cover removal.
1. Press either kVp or kVp until the prompt CAL BATT CHARGER displays,
then press mAs .
The prompt changes to PLUG IN CHARGER indicating that the battery charge must
be plugged into a convenience outlet.
To exit CAL BATT CHARGER without changing any values, press mAs.
The prompt changes to EXITING−−−−−− then to CAL BATT CHARGER indi-
cating charger calibration is not active and another selection may be made from
the main calibration menu.
2. See Illustration 3−8. Connect a digital volt meter across resistor AMX1 A3 R1. Select
a range that displays 5.00 volts dc.
3. Plug charger cord into a convenience outlet. The prompt changes to CONVERTING,
then to ENTER VALUE, indicating that the battery charge rate may be set.
4. Match the voltage displayed on the kVp and mAs display with the reading on the me-
ter.
5. Press mAs when the displayed voltage is the same as voltmeter voltage. Display
changes to CONVERTING, then changes to ENTER VALUE. The volt meter read-
ing will change several times during the converting cycle.
6. Repeat step 4 and 5 for the second set point. Display changes to CONVERTING, then
changes to REMOVE CHRG CORD. The volt meter reading will change several
times during the converting cycle. Remove charger cord. The prompt changes to CAL
BATT CHARGER indicating that charger calibration is complete and another selec-
tion may be made from the main calibration menu.
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Note: If an error message is displayed during CAL BATT CHARGER, record the mes-
sage for your reference and press mAs to continue.
ILLUSTRATION 3−8
CHARGER PANEL
AMX1A3
J8J9 J2
TS1 9
J11
J5 J6
J3 J7J6
AMX1 1
A3R1
T2
T3 T1
L2
L1
R1
This procedure adjusts field light illumination time between 5 and 45 seconds, default time
is 30 seconds.
Press either kVp or kVp until the prompt CAL FLD LT TIME displays, then
press mAs .
The prompt changes to ENTER VALUE indicating that Field Light on Time may be
set. The kVp and mAs display indicates field light on time.
The display shows tenths of a second, but only seconds are saved. If a value greater than 45
seconds or less than 5 seconds is entered, the error FLDLIT TIME LIMT displays until
mAs is pressed. The Field Light on Time is set to the limit that was exceeded.
1. Select the required lamp illumination time. Holding the switch down will scroll the
values.
2. Press mAs when the required time displays. The prompt changes to CAL FLD
LT TIME indicating that field light calibration is complete and another selection may
be made from the main calibration menu.
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Loading Default Values replaces ALL calibration values with default values.
CAUTION Any calibration that has been done will be erased. In addition, any reconfigu-
ration of data base values will be changed back to default values.
This procedure replaces all calibration parameters with default values. The parameters pro-
vide a starting point for calibration after replacing the CPU Board or RAM.
1. Press either kVp or kVp until the prompt LOAD DEFAULTS displays.
2. Press mAs . If defaults were loaded previously, the display will alternate between
mAs UP TO EXIT and mAs DWN TO LOAD. If defaults were not loaded previous-
ly, the prompt changes to DEFAULTS LOADED, then to CAL REQUIRED indicat-
ing that Default Values have been set and calibration is required. If loading defaults
IS NOT desired press mAs . If load defaults is desired press mAs . This feature
prevents accidental loading of defaults after a unit has been calibrated.
3. Press mAs . The prompt changes to LOAD DEFAULTS indicating that default
value loading is complete and another selection may be made from the main calibra-
tion menu.
When calibration is complete, a calibration menu selection appears on the Message Dis-
play. End calibration from the menu by doing the following:
4. Set the Service Switch up to the application position. The prompt changes to CYCLE
KEY SWITCH.
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SECTION 4
CALIBRATION ERROR PROMPTS
4-1 Introduction
All calibration errors are detected by software in the calibration and service PROM. Errors
are divided into three categories:
1. Software errors like Battery Error 4 and Check Sum. These involve calculations and
parameter passing.
2. Data errors like Cal Charger Err 3. These are the result of comparing calibration val-
ues in RAM with allowed maximum or minimum values stored in PROM.
3. Hardware errors like Battery Error 1. These are the result of an error bit set during a
read; or comparing a calibration port value with the allowed maximum or minimum
value stored in PROM.
Calibration error prompts are a guide to possible problems, not problem solvers. For exam-
ple, if Battery Error 2 appears during generator calibration, it is informing you that the bat-
tery was low when battery voltage was checked. Several conditions could cause this error to
occur. A high energy exposure could have made battery voltage drop below the preset mini-
mum for a short time. The battery could need charging. The battery charger could need cali-
bration. An understanding of x−ray generators, good trouble shooting skills, and common
sense will help determine the required action.
−CALDAT WARNING−
Something is out of limits. A maximum or minimum value was inserted so that calibration
can continue. Continue calibrating and watch for maximum or minimum limit errors.
BATTERY ERROR 1
Counter overflowed while determining battery voltage.
BATTERY ERROR 2
Reading battery voltage port indicated less than 80 volts.
BATTERY ERROR 3
Reading battery voltage port indicated more than 150 volts.
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BATTERY ERROR 4
Voltage value was not saved. An invalid condition was detected. Could not determine if
battery voltage was a loaded or unloaded value.
Repeat the test or calibration procedure that caused the error.
Replace PROM if problem continues.
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Either upper or lower limit of filament current calibration points has been exceeded.
This error always occurs after a limit error. Refer to the limit error description for ad-
ditional information.
Calibrate charger.
Calibrate charger.
Check connection between CPU and Charger boards.
Does CHARGE SCALE−SELECT signal change state during charger calibration?
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The charge Digital to Analog Converter output voltage at TP−29 on the CPU Board
should be, in sequence, as follows:
− First, 0.5 to 1.5 volts with CHARGE SCALE−SELECT not asserted
− Then, 1.5 to 2.5 volts with CHARGE SCALE−SELECT not asserted
− Then, 2.9 to 4.9 volts with CHARGE SCALE−SELECT asserted
− Then, 6.8 to 8.8 volts with CHARGE SCALE−SELECT asserted
The average frequency at Charger board TP−6 should be:
− 1.8 to 2.4 kHz per amp of charge current when CHARGE SCALE−SE-
LECT is not asserted
− 18 to 24 Hz per milliamp of charge current when CHARGE SCALE−SE-
LECT is asserted
Calibrate generator.
Calibrate generator.
Calibrate generator.
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Calibrate generator.
Calibrate drive.
Check wiring to drive handle transducers.
Check for +10 volts at transducer input.
Does transducer output change when handle is moved?
Is transducer output always between 1 and 9 volts? Check the “Handle Check*” cir-
cuitry, AMX1 A1A1 shell 5−A4. TP 29 should be 9.9V +/−1% during Handle Cali-
bration.
Calibrate drive.
Check wiring to drive handle transducers.
Check for +10 volts at transducer input.
Does transducer output change when handle is moved?
Is transducer output always between 1 and 9 volts?
Check the “Handle Check*” circuitry AMX1 A1A1 shell 5−A4. TP 29 should be 9.9V
+/−1% during Handle Calibration.
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IGNORE IF:
The unit is being calibrated for the first time with a new battery
backed RAM.
The message did not occur during filament current calibration.
OTHERWISE:
Calibrate mAs.
Check filament current by checking voltage across Filament and kVp Control Board
resistor AMX1 A4 A2 R188 (sheet 2 location F−9). Voltage should be about 0.5 volts.
This is 0.1 volt per amp of filament current.
Check x−ray tube
Check filament transformer
Calibrate drive.
Check wiring to drive handle transducers.
Check for +10 volts at transducer input.
Is transducer output between 2.5 and 7.5 volts?
Does transducer output change when handle is moved?
Calibrate drive.
Check wiring to drive handle transducers.
Check for +10 volts at transducer input.
Does transducer output change when handle is moved?
Check that TP29 is 9.9V +/− 1% during Handle Calibration.
Calibrate drive.
Check wiring to drive handle transducers.
Check for +10 volts at transducer input.
Does transducer output change when handle is moved?
Check that TP29 is 9.9V +/− 1% during Handle Calibration.
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IGNORE IF:
The unit is being calibrated for the first time with a new battery
backed RAM.
The message did not occur during filament current calibration.
OTHERWISE:
Calibrate mAs.
Check filament current by checking voltage across Filament and kVp Control Board
resistor AMX1 A4 A2 R188 (sheet 2 location F−9). Voltage should be about 0.5 volts.
This is 0.1 volt per amp of filament current.
Check x−ray tube
Check filament transformer
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VOLTMETER ERR 1
Battery voltage frequency is to high causing the counter to overflow.
VOLTMETER ERR 4
One or more of the battery voltage calibration data base parameters is out of range.
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Indicates not enough taps could be calibrated without exceeding the maximum allowable
kVp.
Indicates that the turn off delay, the time from the stop command being asserted to x−ray on
going away is greater than 2.0 ms.
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APPENDIX A
SYMBOLS
All symbols used on the equipment and in its accompanying documents are shown
and explained in this appendix.
Caution advises of an avoidable condition that could cause minor physical injury, or
CAUTION damage to equipment or data.
Warning advises of an avoidable condition that may allow or cause a personal injury
WARNING or the catastrophic destruction of equipment or data.
Danger advises of an avoidable condition that will cause serious or fatal injury.
DANGER
X−ray emission. X−ray tube head is emitting x−rays. Take adequate precautions to
prevent the possibility of any persons carelessly, unwisely, or unknowingly exposing
themselves or others to radiation.
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Collimator blades closed. The controlled blades are shown in thicker lines.
Collimator Blades open. The controlled blades are shown in thicker lines.
Alternating Current. Indicates equipment that is suitable for alternating current only.
Direct Current. Indicates equipment that is suitable for direct current only.
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